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Fort Worth, TX

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The City of Cowboys and Culture has it all

Affordable Charismatic Laidback Historic Modern

Located in northern Central Texas, Fort Worth is often coupled with neighboring Dallas. But Fort Worth has a unique character all of its own. Equal parts Wild West and modern sophistication, Fort Worth is known as the City of Cowboys and Culture. In Fort Worth, you can just as easily visit a championship rodeo as you can a world-class museum.

There is no shortage of world-class museums in Fort Worth. You have your choice of exploring the Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, and many more. Head over to the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District to step into the Old West and learn the history of the livestock industry in Texas. Every Friday and Saturday, you can witness the Stockyards Championship Rodeo at Cowtown Coliseum.

In addition, Fort Worth offers residents access to a top-rated zoo, festive community events, theatrical performances, Texas barbecue, Tex-Mex, and lush natural amenities such as the Fort Worth Botanic Garden and the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge. Fort Worth provides a wide variety of apartments available for rent, from new luxury apartments to renovated lofts and everything in between. Convenience to major highways, DART commuter rail, and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport makes getting around from Fort Worth simple.

Explore the City

Discover western heritage at the historic Fort Worth Stockyards

The Fort Worth Stockyards is a National Historic District

Cobblestone street in Downtown Fort Worth

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Fort Worth, TX is $1,122 for a studio, $1,256 for one bedroom, $1,590 for two bedrooms, and $1,937 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fort Worth has decreased by -0.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,256/month
719 Sq Ft
House
$2,410/month
1,857 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,652/month
865 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,177/month
1,483 Sq Ft
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Transportation

48

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

25

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

46

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

River Trails Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

638 Students

9
out of 10

Bette Perot Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

576 Students

9
out of 10

Park Glen Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

542 Students

9
out of 10

Eagle Heights Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

459 Students

9
out of 10

De Zavala Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

266 Students

9
out of 10

Creekview Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

844 Students

9
out of 10

Hillwood Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

1,228 Students

8
out of 10

Timberview Middle

Public

Grades 5-8

1,069 Students

7
out of 10

Young Women's Leadership Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

455 Students

7
out of 10

Wayside Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,077 Students

6
out of 10

Timber Creek High School

Public

Grades 9-12

3,140 Students

7
out of 10

Young Women's Leadership Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

455 Students

7
out of 10

Texas Academy Of Biomedical

Public

Grades 9-12

359 Students

7
out of 10

V R Eaton High School

Public

Grades 9-12

3,273 Students

6
out of 10

Boswell High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,547 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Trinity Trails
  • Botanical Research Institute of Texas
  • Fort Worth Museum of Science & History
  • Fort Worth Botanic Garden
  • Fort Worth Zoo

Airports

  • Dallas-Fort Worth International
  • Dallas Love Field

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